Vietnam Red Cross delegation visits Laos

Nhan Dan – A delegation from the Vietnam Red Cross Central Committee led by its Vice President, Tran Thi Hong An was welcomed by Lao Deputy Prime Minister, Asang Laoly in Vientiane on August 5.

Vice President of Vietnam Red Cross Central Committee, Tran Thi Hong An received by Lao Deputy Prime Minister, Asang Laoly (Image credit: VNA)
Vice President of Vietnam Red Cross Central Committee, Tran Thi Hong An received by Lao Deputy Prime Minister, Asang Laoly (Image credit: VNA)

An informed her host that the delegation’s August 4-8 visit aimed to review the results of co-operation between the two Red Cross organisations, and share experience in conducting humanitarian activities.

She highlighted the effective co-ordination in improving personnel capacity, providing medical treatment and assisting disaster-affected people.

She went on to say that in future, the two Red Cross organisations will continue to exchange delegations, foster volunteer campaigns, share experience in fundraising and support each other at international forums.

The Lao Deputy PM highly valued the bilateral partnership, as well as the support the Vietnam Red Cross has provided to its Lao counterpart.

He expressed hope that the two organisations will expand practical collaborative activities, thus contributing to the Laos-Vietnam special friendship and comprehensive co-operation.

VNA